With white sand beaches that seem to stretch on forever, sparkling blue waters, abundant marine life, cultural activities and adventures, Nassau-Paradise Island is guaranteed to live up to its name for couples visiting The Bahamas. With this in mind, the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board has curated some top experiences to help couples make their romantic retreat even more special.
BAHAMA BARRELS
Nothing says romance like a unique bottle of wine and couples can create their own personalized vintage during a wine blending class at Bahama Barrels, located on downtown Nassau. During the class, a renowned winemaker provides all the information needed to concoct a blend of preferred flavours. Visitors can taste wines from around the world to get some inspiration flowing, then work together to blend a vintage and take it home as a unique souvenir.
SUNSET DINNER CRUISE
Sunsets and romance go hand in hand in The Bahamas and it’s hard to beat the stunning atmosphere of turquoise waters and orange hues melting into the horizon. Couples can enjoy a romantic Sunset Dinner Cruise through Paradise Island Harbour, where the sunset is on full display, as well as panoramic views of the Atlantis Resort. The peaceful surroundings are enhanced with delicious food such as BBQ ribs and lemon pepper chicken, followed by dessert and rum punch, all combining for a perfect Caribbean evening.
THE GRAYCLIFF EXPERIENCE
Looking for the perfect pairing? From wine and cheese to chocolate and spirits, the Graycliff Restaurant in Nassau is a great spot to indulge in something sweet or savoury, while also learning something new. For wine lovers, the Wine and Cheese Pairing is a must-try. A sommelier guides guests through an evening of tasting delicious cheeses from Italy, Spain, France, Australia, Argentina, and Chile, paired with eight wines – four red and four white.
For those with a sweet tooth, the Chocolate and Spirits Pairing reveals how chocolate is produced and why certain chocolates are better paired with certain spirits over others. Participants learn the secret to pairing chocolate with beer, rum, wine, port, and other spirits – from rum perfectly matched with creamy chocolate with vanilla notes, to whiskey paired with Bahamian-fruit-flavoured chocolate.
SNORKELLING & PRIVATE BEACH PICNIC
Hopping aboard a boat for a day of snorkelling through the breathtakingly beautiful reefs of The Bahamas is an unforgettable experience with Born Free Fishing Charters. Included is a picnic on a private island with a lush beach, creating a bucket list experience that combines adventure, relaxation, and romance.
THE RUINS OF ATLANTIS
Snorkelling the Ruins of Atlantis is a thrilling 30-minute underwater adventure surrounded by the sunken ruins and artifacts of the lost city under the sea. This rare opportunity to snorkel through the Ruins Lagoon – home to over 20,000 deep reef and pelagic fish – provides the opportunity to see incredible sights while also swimming alongside spotted rays, sharks, and beautifully coloured tropical fish.
ROMANCE & RELAXATION
It wouldn’t be a vacation without taking the time to relax. Luckily, in The Bahamas, there are endless options to indulge in a relaxing spa treatment. The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort Bahamas Spa, offers a luxurious retreat where centuries-old Asian traditions combine with Bahamian hospitality. Here, guests can enjoy cascading waterfalls, day beds, jetted tubs in private open-air gardens, and an array of services such as facials, massages, and specialized treatments. At Red Lane Spa located at Sandals Cay, Sandals Royal Bahamian private offshore island, spa-goers can enjoy a more secluded treatment and receive a salt scrub along the private beach or a couples massage treatment on a sea raft, surrounded by the magnificent views of the Caribbean.
GARDEN RETREAT
For those seeking solitude, the lush 4.5-hectare botanical garden in the heart of Nassau is a must-visit with over 90 species of palm trees, native and exotic flowers, ponds, and birds. The garden is recognized as the world’s best-known private palm tree collection, as it’s home to transplanted palms from countries like Madagascar, Indonesia, and Mexico.
CAMPING ADVENTURE AT DOLPHIN CAY
Another place unlike any other, the 5.7-hectare environment of Dolphin Cay at Atlantis, Paradise Island, is home to one of the world’s largest and most sophisticated marine habitats, offering unparalleled educational experiences. This dusk-to-dawn camping adventure enables guests to connect with marine life and also explore the undersea world of the legendary Atlantis. Visitors begin the evening by kayaking to The Ruins Lagoon for an unforgettable twilight snorkel before joining a behind-the-scenes Sea Keeper-led tour where they may encounter sea turtles and other wildlife. Overnight, couples camp along the shores of Dolphin Cay in a climate-controlled luxury tent and wake up to the sights of dolphins playing in the sparkling waters.
CASINOS & NIGHTLIFE
From live performances to intimate lounges, couples are encouraged to get dressed up, unwind, and sip some delicious cocktails – or perhaps try their luck two of the Caribbean’s largest casinos. The Atlantis Casino has a three-hectare lagoon and interiors that bring the outdoors in with 700 slot machines, 85 table games, and 24/7 fun. The Baha Mar Casino hosts 9,300 sq. m. of more than 1,100 slot machines, 119 live tables, and 18 different types of table games. Guests also have the option to play at The Pavilion, Baha Mar’s gaming experience on the beach.